Senville
Biological Growth on Evaporator Coil or Drain Pan
Indoor unit emits a musty or moldy odor when starting up.
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Possible Causes
Dirty evaporator coil, Standing water in drain pan, High humidity and infrequent use, Clogged drain line
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power and wear gloves and eye protection when using cleaners.
- Step 1 – Clean filters: Wash filters thoroughly and allow to dry.
- Step 2 – Treat coil: Use an HVAC-approved coil cleaner or disinfectant spray on the evaporator coil and surrounding plastic surfaces. Follow product instructions.
- Step 3 – Clean drain pan and line: Wipe the drain pan and flush the drain line with a diluted bleach solution to kill mold and algae.
- Step 4 – Run in FAN mode: After cleaning, run the unit in FAN-only mode for 30–60 minutes to dry the coil and reduce odors.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Indoor Evaporator Coil
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